JIMMY BOYLE was full of praise for his Airdrie players after Saturday's 5-2 win over Stenhousemuir.

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The Diamonds picked up their first win in four games at New Broomfield to go into the international break on a high.

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A double from Ryan Donnelly with further goals by Paul Lovering, John Boyle and Nathan Blockley sealed a thrilling win at the expense of the Warriors.

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And gaffer Boyle could barely contain his delight as he reflected on a devastating attacking display.

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He said: "We asked for the players to set a good tempo and that's what we got. We were excellent in the first half and gave them nothing.

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"There were so many positives for us out there. It's a great three points for us and it was a great performance.

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"We created some good chances and could have scored a few more. When you compare it to the 1-1 draw with Stirling Albion last week, we have to be pleased."

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Consistency has been the biggest issue Airdrie have had to contend with during the first quarter of the campaign but Boyle admits a line the sand has now been drawn.

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"I've put it to the players," he added. "We want that sort of performance against Brechin City when we come back after the break.

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"We can't have the rollercoaster of being up one week and down the next."